Commons Sense

House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Energy Policy Update

02 March 2020 · Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy

Proposed by Alok Sharma Con Reading West

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At a glance

Key points

  • The Department is publishing a consultation proposing changes to the Contracts for Difference scheme.
  • The proposed changes include introducing floating offshore wind and enhancing community engagement for onshore wind projects.
  • The consultation aims to boost clean energy capacity and support the renewables industry's supply chain.

Issue summary

The statement confirms details of the next round of the Contracts for Difference scheme and announces a consultation on proposed changes to support renewable energy technologies.

Action requested

The Department is publishing a consultation proposing changes to the Contracts for Difference scheme, including introducing floating offshore wind and enhancing community engagement for onshore wind projects. The consultation aims to boost clean energy capacity and support the renewables industry's supply chain.

Key facts

  • The latest round of the Contracts for Difference scheme will open in 2021.
  • Proposals include introducing floating offshore wind into the scheme.
  • In 2018, 33% of UK electricity generation came from renewable sources.
  • The renewables industry supports 20,600 jobs and £628 million of exports annually.
  • Local communities will have a definitive say on English onshore wind projects.
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